At El Chubby’s you can order a quesadilla with cheese, beef, steak or chicken. If you’re looking for a chicken quesadilla near you in Aurora, ours is made to order at 1191 S Abilene St, and like almost everything on our menu it can be prepared the way you like it. Add a side of green chili for dipping, some guacamole or sour cream, and you have one of the easiest, most satisfying meals we make.
Quesadillas don’t always get the spotlight next to our burritos and Carne Asada Fries, but they deserve a closer look. Here’s how to pick one, how to dress it up, and what goes well alongside it.
What is a quesadilla?
A quesadilla is a tortilla filled with cheese, folded or stacked, and cooked until the cheese melts and the outside gets warm and a little crisp. The name comes from “queso,” the Spanish word for cheese, which tells you what the dish is really about. Everything else you add is a bonus.
The quesadilla has deep roots in Mexico, and the details change from region to region. In Mexico City, for example, a quesadilla doesn’t always come with cheese unless you ask for it, a habit that has started more than a few friendly arguments. North of the border, the cheese-filled flour tortilla version is the one most people know, and it’s become a go-to order for kids and grown ups alike.
If you like reading about where our favorite dishes come from, we have a piece on the history behind the Mexican dishes you enjoy at El Chubby’s.
Cheese, beef, steak or chicken: which quesadilla should you order?
You’ll find our quesadillas with the other favorites on our menu, next to the rellenos, nachos, taco salads and taquitos. Each filling suits a different appetite.
A cheese quesadilla is the simplest and, for a lot of people, the most comforting. It’s all about warm tortilla and melted cheese. It’s a great choice when you want something light alongside a bowl of chili, or when you’re ordering for someone who likes to keep things simple.
A chicken quesadilla is a favorite for good reason. Chicken adds heft without overpowering the cheese, and it pairs with any of our three chili choices. If you want a filling lunch that isn’t as heavy as a smothered burrito, this is a smart pick.
A beef quesadilla is heartier and more savory. It’s a good match for anyone who loves our beef burritos and tacos and wants those same flavors in a different shape.
A steak quesadilla is for the steak lovers. If you’re a fan of our carne asada, the steak quesadilla is a natural next order. It holds up well to a dip in hot green chili, and it’s filling enough to be a full meal on its own.
Not sure? Ask whoever’s ordering with you to pick a different one, then trade a wedge. It’s the easiest way to find your favorite.
What goes well with a quesadilla?
A quesadilla is a blank canvas for sides and toppings, and our sides menu has plenty to choose from.
Green chili is our first suggestion. You can order chili by itself in sizes from a side up to a quart, and a side cup of hot green, mild green or red for dipping turns a quesadilla into something special. We make our green chili fresh every day, and the hot green is the one we’re best known for.
Guacamole and sour cream are classic partners. Guacamole brings a cool, creamy contrast, and sour cream softens any heat from the chili. Salsa adds a fresh, sharp bite. Many people like a little of all three.
Rice and beans round out the plate if you want a full meal. Our beans are made in the pot, and they make a quesadilla lunch feel complete. Chips and salsa, or queso con chorizo with chips, are good for sharing while you wait.
For a bigger table, a quesadilla also makes a good shared plate. Cut into wedges, it sits nicely next to a taco salad, a plate of Carne Asada Nachos or a round of tacos, and everyone can grab a piece. If someone in your group is ordering a smothered burrito, a cheese or chicken quesadilla on the side gives the table something mild to balance the heat. On a cold evening, a quesadilla with a bowl of menudo or a side of green chili is a pairing that’s hard to beat.
And if you have room for dessert, sopapillas, churros or a sopapilla sundae make a sweet finish.
Are quesadillas a good choice for kids?
They’re one of the most kid-friendly things we make. Our kids menu is for children 10 and younger and includes a cheese quesadilla with fries. Every kids meal also comes with a sopapilla, so the little ones get dessert too.
A cheese quesadilla is a good first step for kids who are just getting into Mexican food. It’s familiar, it’s easy to eat with your hands, and there’s nothing surprising inside. As they get older, a chicken or beef quesadilla is a natural next step, maybe with a little mild green chili on the side to try. We’ve written more about kid-friendly Mexican dishes if you’re planning a family night out.
Grown ups can order a quesadilla too, of course. There’s no age limit on liking melted cheese.
Where to get a quesadilla near you in Aurora
El Chubby’s Mexican Restaurant is at 1191 S Abilene St, Aurora, CO 80012, where we’ve been cooking since 1991. We’re family-owned, and we serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with dine-in, takeout and a drive-thru. We’re open Monday through Saturday from 7am to 9pm and Sunday from 9am to 9pm. You can call us at 303-755-1414 with any questions.
A quesadilla travels well, which makes it a great choice for takeout or the drive-thru. Ask for your chili and sour cream on the side so everything stays just right until you’re ready to eat.
When you’re ready, come in, pull through the drive-thru, or order online for pickup or delivery. Online ordering runs Monday through Saturday from 8am to 8pm and Sunday from 11am to 8pm, with delivery through DoorDash and Uber Eats.
